Soccer

Sacramento Republic FC midfielder Rodrigo López (8) celebrates after his goal in the first half ag...
Lindsay Weber, KCRA Digital producer

Fundraiser aims to support Sacramento Republic FC captain’s family as son undergoes heart surgery

A fundraiser to support Sacramento Republic FC captain Rodrigo 'Roro' López's family has raised thousands as his son undergoes heart surgery.
18 hours ago
Sacramento Republic FC celebrates after U.S. Open Cup Semifinal game between Sporting Kansas City a...
Amiliano Fragoso

Sacramento Republic FC to host Monterey Bay in U.S. Open Cup Round of 32

It’s officially official: The Sacramento Republic will host their debut match in the 2024 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup next month. Sacramento Republic FC announced Thursday that they will be hosting their draw in the U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 on Tuesday, May 7th. The Quails will make their 2024 cup debut against fellow […]
1 day ago
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Amiliano Fragoso

Sacramento Republic FC captain Rodrigo Lopez named to USL Championship Week 6 Team of the Week

Sacramento Republic FC captain Rodrigo Lopez was named to the USL Championship Week 6 Team of the Week Tuesday.
2 days ago
Kieran Phillips of Shrewsbury Town during the Sky Bet League One match between Shrewsbury Town and ...
Amiliano Fragoso

Sacramento Republic FC acquire forward Kieran Phillips on loan

The Sacramento Republic have added some quality firepower, getting forward Kieran Phillips on loan Friday.
8 days ago
Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC, Sacramento Republic FC, Switchbacks FC, USL, foo...
Amiliano Fragoso

Two Sacramento Republic players named to USL Championship Week 5 Team of the Week

Sacramento Republic FC has been on a roll, earning two more Team of the Week accolades for last Saturday's win Tuesday.
10 days ago
Sacramento Republic...
Amiliano Fragoso

Sacramento Republic’s Rodrigo Lopez named to USL Championship Week 4 Team of the Week

Sacramento Republic captain Rodrigo Lopez was named to the USL Championship Week 4 Team of the Week Tuesday.
18 days ago
Sacramento Republic FC...
Amiliano Fragoso

Sacramento Republic open 2024 UCL campaign at home against Orange County

After a long few months, the moment has finally come for the Sacramento Republic to march on to potential glory in 2024. Sacramento Republic FC open their 2024 USL Championship campaign at home Saturday, facing west coast rival Orange County SC. Saturday’s clash will make it 27 times the two foes have faced off, with […]
1 month ago
Head coach Mark Briggs of the Sacramento Republic FC looks on after losing 0-3 against Orlando City...
Amiliano Fragoso

Mark Briggs says Heart Health Park is ‘second to none’ in the USL Championship

Sacramento Republic coach Mark Briggs joined Thursday to talk about the team's upcoming season and what's ahead.
1 month ago
Colombia's midfielder Steven Alzate (R) vies for the ball with Mexico's defender Gerardo Arteaga du...
Amiliano Fragoso

Copa America USA 2024 tickets on sale February 28th

Tickets for Copa America USA 2024 go on sale Wednesday, February 28th at 10 a.m. local time for each stadium.
2 months ago
An exterior view of the stadium prior to the Philadelphia Eagles v San Francisco 49ers game at Levi...
Joseph Jarosz

2026 World Cup: Six games to be played at Levi’s Stadium

FIFA revealed pieces of its 2026 World Cup schedule, with the home of the San Francisco 49ers hosting six games.
2 months ago
Lionel Messi of Argentina jumps for the ball against Claudio Bravo goalkeeper of Chile during a Gro...
Joseph Jarosz

Copa America announces Levi’s Stadium as one of 14 host stadiums in 2024

Levi's Stadium has been announced as one of the 14 host stadiums when Copa America gets underway in 2024.
5 months ago
Matt LaGrassa #20 of Sacramento Republic FC passes the ball during a U.S. Open Cup game between Sac...
Joseph Jarosz

Sacramento native Matt LaGrassa announces retirement with Republic FC

Matt LaGrassa, Sacramento Republic FC's midfielder, has announced his retirement from professional soccer.
5 months ago
Goalkeeper Danny Vitiello of Sacramento Republic FC plays San Antonio FC during a USL Championship ...
Joseph Jarosz

Sac Republic’s Danny Vitiello named USL Goalkeeper of the Year

The USL Championship announced Danny Vitiello has been named the league's Goalkeeper of the Year, becoming the Republic's first goalkeeper to receive the honor.
5 months ago
Head coach Mark Briggs of the Sacramento Republic FC looks on after losing 0-3 against Orlando City...
Amiliano Fragoso

Sacramento Republic FC Mark Briggs nominated for USL coach of the year

The USL Championship announced that Sacramento Republic FC coach Mark Briggs has been named a finalist for coach of the year Wednesday.
5 months ago
Goalkeeper Danny Vitiello of Sacramento Republic FC plays San Antonio FC during a USL Championship ...
Daniel Macht, KCRA Digital Media Manager

Several Sacramento Republic FC players honored as best in the league

Sacramento Republic FC earned four selections from the USL Championship 2023 All-League teams, more than any other team.
5 months ago
Sacramento Republic FC...
Amiliano Fragoso

Sacramento Republic suffer last-second heartbreaker to end 2023 campaign

The Sacramento Republic crash out of the USL Championship playoffs, losing 2-1 in dramatic fashion, to end their 2023 season.
6 months ago
Sacramento Republic FC midfielder Rodrigo López (8) celebrates after his goal in the first half ag...
Daniel Macht, KCRA Digital Media Manager

Sacramento Republic FC gets ready for their Western Conference final this weekend

The Sacramento Republic FC is gearing up for their biggest league match since their inaugural season back in 2014.
6 months ago
Head coach Mark Briggs of the Sacramento Republic FC looks on after losing 0-3 against Orlando City...
Daniel Macht, KCRA Digital Media Manager

Sacramento Republic FC defeats 2022 champions San Antonio FC 3-1 in playoff match

Sacramento Republic FC scored a big win Friday to advance to the USL Championship Western Conference finals. They defeated San Antonio FC, the 2022 league champions, 3-1 at home. After a scoreless first half, Russell Cicerone scored Republic’s first goal in the 48th minute. Nick Ross followed in the 68th minute and Damià Viader in […]
6 months ago
Sacramento Republic FC midfielder Rodrigo López (8) celebrates after his goal in the first half ag...
Joseph Jarosz

Kevin Nagle says MLS is still an option for Sac Republic and Sacramento

Sacramento Republic FC owner Kevin Nagle joined Sactown Sports Friday to preview Saturday's matchup in Hughes Stadium and to provide an update on joining the MLS.
8 months ago
Da’vian Kimbrough, 13, with his Sacramento Republic FC jersey. (photo courtesy of Sacramento Repu...
Joseph Jarosz

Sacramento Republic FC sign 13-year-old Da’vian Kimbrough to contract

Sacramento Republic FC announced they've signed 13-year-old forward Da’vian Kimbrough to a contract, making him the youngest athlete in American professional team sports.
8 months ago
Sacramento mayor Darrell Steinberg speaks at the Legends of Dance workshop at McClatchy Park on Jul...
Joseph Jarosz

Mayor Steinberg says ‘we never gave up’ on an MLS team in Sacramento

Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg joined The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross on Friday morning to talk about the news that the Sac Republic may have a new investor. KCRA News reported Thursday that the Stronach Investment Group announced Thursday that it’s in talks with the Sacramento Republic FC for its bid to join Major […]
9 months ago
Sacramento Republic FC midfielder Rodrigo López (8) celebrates after his goal in the first half ag...
Hilda Flores and Michelle Dapper, KCRA

Investment group in talks with Sac Republic FC for bid to join MLS

The Stronach Investment Group announced Thursday that it’s in talks with the Sacramento Republic FC for its bid to join Major League Soccer. “We were made aware of this opportunity some time ago and have been exploring this and have had good discussions with the various stakeholders, including City officials, Sacramento Republic FC, and the […]
9 months ago
Head coach Mark Briggs of the Sacramento Republic FC looks on after losing 0-3 against Orlando City...
Michelle Dapper, KCRA

Sac Republic FC looks to stay atop standings despite several recent injuries

The Sacramento Republic FC has been plagued with the injury bug over the last few weeks with the loss of starters Rodrigo Lopez, Sebastian Herrera, Luis Felipe, Jack Gurr and most recently, Dami Viader. “It’s a next guy up mentality because every single year and every single day, injuries happen throughout the season,” said goalkeeper […]
9 months ago
Alex Morgan #13 of the United States against Japan during the 2023 SheBelieves Cup at GEODIS Park o...
Joseph Jarosz

How to watch USWNT’s vs. Vietnam with Sac Republic’s Rodrigo Lopez

The 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup is upon us, so why not watch Friday's matchup against Vietnam with some local soccer players?
9 months ago